"many adults with facial differences live
in rooming houses avoiding contact with the world. But making faces
grads are more likely to grow up to have careers and families of
their own."
Anna Pileggi, Executive Director of AboutFace
International
“To help kids learn how to interact with
others with confidence is teaching an invaluable life skill. For
kids whose facial appearance is different, it is essential. making faces is filling an integral gap in promoting children’s mental
wellness.”
Dr. Khrista Boylan
“Michael taught us games that help us to
talk in front of people and look at them when we talk. I’m
not scared anymore. I just get up and say whatever I have to say.”
Meagan, age 11
“Before I met Michael I’d retaliate
and fight. But with Michael, I learned to walk away, to calm down
and not fight.”
Ryan, age 11
“I thought I wasn’t as capable as
the other kids. That I couldn’t really do anything without
messing up. When I went to the program it built up my confidence,
to get up and get it over with instead of waiting for the teacher
to call me up. I’m not waiting to show that I can do it.”
Alex, age 10
“Before I felt lonely, like I was the only
one. It’s fun with Michael. I feel more happy. I just feel
happy. I don’t have to worry about what other people say.
I care about myself. I like myself. That’s all I care about.”
…
Rubini, age 12
" I like doing the improv games, I learned
to be more confident with the speeches." Taylor Laszewski, age 11
"I took his class, he was funny and he understands
what kids want, also the games were exciting and fun."
Laura, age 13
"making faces is a fun program for all kids!
I have had a lot of fun in it and would enjoy coming back. Thank
you!"
Chelsey, age 14
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